Toyota Lexus Rx330 2004 Model Manual

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Reliability History Reliability History The reliability charts are based on responses on hundreds of thousands of vehicles from our latest Annual Auto Survey. Consumer Reports subscribers reported on any serious problems they had with their vehicles during the past 12 months that they considered serious because of cost, failure, safety, or downtime, in any of the trouble spots included in the table below. The results are presented relative to the average model that year. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems. Based on this data and further analysis, we predict reliability for the latest year. N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year.

An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. Reliability History Reliability History The reliability charts are based on responses on hundreds of thousands of vehicles from our latest Annual Auto Survey. Consumer Reports subscribers reported on any serious problems they had with their vehicles during the past 12 months that they considered serious because of cost, failure, safety, or downtime, in any of the trouble spots included in the table below.

The results are presented relative to the average model that year. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems. Based on this data and further analysis, we predict reliability for the latest year. N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.

Owner Satisfaction Owner Satisfaction To learn about satisfaction, CR has collected survey data from our annual survey on more than half a million vehicles. Our subscribers provide great insights into their satisfaction by answering one simple question: If they had it to do all over again, would they definitely buy or lease the same model? In addition, respondents also rate their cars in six categories: driving experience, comfort, value, styling, audio, and climate systems.

N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. Owner Satisfaction Owner Satisfaction To learn about satisfaction, CR has collected survey data from our annual survey on more than half a million vehicles. Our subscribers provide great insights into their satisfaction by answering one simple question: If they had it to do all over again, would they definitely buy or lease the same model? In addition, respondents also rate their cars in six categories: driving experience, comfort, value, styling, audio, and climate systems. N/A indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year.

An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. Alignment “replacing struts required a full wheel alignment” Anonymous, NJ (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Car badly out of alignment” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Electronic or air suspension “The air suspension electronic control failed. Sensors in 2 of 4 wheels failed and replacement cost was estimated at $2000 cdn.

Cost to replace entire suspension with non-air, electronic suspension was $2900. Disappointed that Lexus control sensors were so expensive and no aftermarket. Replaced the air suspension with regular suspension at cost of $2900” James D., ON (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Pump failure: $2500 to replace” Raymond R., BC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Power steering leaks “The pressure hose is leaking a problem with most lexus” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Leak due to age was likely. 2200 dollar repair” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Power steering was making more noise than usual” Anonymous, TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Started small and increased over a couple months. Finally bacame a major leak requiring repair” Sammy B., SC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Difficult winter in New England - car developed several leaks that were somewhat expensive to repair” Michael T., MA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Power steering box seal leak” Anonymous, PA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Because of previous problem power steering was also leaking and needed to be repaired” Anonymous, IL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Seals leak” Anonymous, MO (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Oil was leaking underneath the car. Rack and pinion steering had to be replaced” Anonymous, NJ (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “cant seem to find where the leak is. It may be part of the rack and pinion problem-that is costly repair” Anonymous, OH (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Power steering rack is starting to leak, but slowly.

$1700 estimate to repair! Super reliability up to now” Anonymous, NC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Power steering pumps and hoses “Hose leaking” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Power steering was leaking and had to be replaced” James B., IL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Loose hose fitting. Replaced hose and clamp, no further leaks” Edwin P., GA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Power steering leaks eventually led to replacement of pump and hoses. Car was manufactured in CA or possibly CA. Dealer replaced the pump with the same model pump, but problem was not fixed. CD player “quit playing” Anonymous, TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Does not work” Anonymous, FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “6-disk CD player was replaced in September 2015 with a 'factory new' unit for about $700 with a 1 year warranty.

It failed again in December 2016 and I have not had repaired because 1) removal disables the A/C system controls and repair usually takes 2 weeks or more and 2) I am not willing to put more money in it” Anonymous, MD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “When changing the CD it will go to an Error message” Zack B., IA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “It is a six CD player. Only plays one CD and sometimes not that. Afraid to have it repaired because of the cracked and split dashboard. Could make that problem worse” Anonymous, TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Multi disc player eats discs, won't play, and won't release discs” David P., WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Intermittent failure to change between CDs, or to load, or to eject. Gives 'Error 4'” Anonymous, AZ (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Error code 4 when advancing to next song” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “At random it will start rotating to the next disc and it doesn't stop. It's VERY ANNOYING. Thing is there are no cd's in it.

I won't use because I think it'll damage the cd or I won't be able to get it out” Anonymous, AB (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “CD player will not load the CD” Anonymous, WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Won't play. Says error 4, won't eject disks” Melissa A., WI (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “CD player jammed with error code that can't be cleared. Dealer and 3rd party say it has to be removed and replaced (new or refurb unit) at a cost of $500 for 3rd party to $900 for dealer.

It had worked fine for the first 10+ years” Bruce H., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Bought car in August, 2016. Shortly thereafter CD player intermittantly failed to accept inserted CDs. The problem progressively got worst. At last attempt to insert CDs-approx. In April, 2017, could NOT insert a CD” Anonymous, NC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Unit went out. Had to be replaced at cost of $800.00” Anonymous, TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “CD player has quit working with an error code.

Lexus wants $1200 to replace or repair. Making do with portable CD unit” Darren E., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “could not load or unload CD's” Anonymous, PA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The CD changer will only load/play one CD instead of it's listed capacity of six. An attempt to play more than one results in the unit continually engaging its loading mechanism, even with the unit and the car powered down” David W., OH (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Does not change cd” S J., MI (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Often times CD does not eject” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “BOTH THE CD PLAYER AND CASSETTE PLAYER DON'T WORK. WE CANNOT INSERT CD INTO THE PLAYER AND CASSETTE TAPES PLAY TOO FAST” Anonymous, GA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “6 disk changer jams-up” Andy C., FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Would not cycle discs, jam and not able to release discs.

Dealer did a replace with refurbished unit. Still trying to get old discs from OEM unit, after six months.

Replacement unit working fine. ReasOnable in our opinion. Mark Levinson model” Rayford K., MI (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “It will only play the beginning portion of any CD” M F., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Random cd's would get stuck on a track, skip tracks, gradually wouldn't load any cds or eject. Tried all new cds and the same issues occured. Eventually the system comes on but will not play any of the cds stuck in the system.” Sharon A., NC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “To replace the radio/CD player the oem replacement is $1000 before installation charge” George B., PA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “it no longer works” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Does not function. Must replace unit, including radio to fix.

This is according to dealer” Peter P., RI (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Will not reject CD's from 6 CD player. Went online & many have had this problem. Loose exterior trim or moldings “The trim on the triangle back side window came off and was lost on Both sides!” Anonymous, OK (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “piece of trim around right rear window came loose and wife took it all the way off” Anonymous, IA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Right mirror overheated and cracked.

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Left rear window trim fell off” Joe Y., PA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Molding on rear window came off. Dealer wants $400 to replace” L S., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “paint on holdings coming off” Anonymous, FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Molding near rear side window came off in car wash. Black trim that sets in a channel on top of car was blown off in car wash. Also dash board cracked a couple of years ago.

Lexus said they will replace it, but waiting for parts” Valerie L., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “a weather strip on the roof keeps coming out of its groove. Finally i just glued it into place” Anonymous, WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “minor problems - scuffed area on R rear door etc. Seems like normal wear - nothing effects utility of vehicle” Anonymous, MD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Left rear window frame (plastic attachment) came off” Anonymous, TN (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Exterior rear window trim has fallen off and or is loose” Anonymous, TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Loose interior trim or moldings “Dashboard is cracked and splitting all across the dash.

Lexus has said they will fix it but have no parts available” Anonymous, TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Significantly cracked dashboard; replaced after 2 years in queue” Lawrence P., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “severe dashboard cracking just above glove compartment, vertical cracks and cover separation from foam dash backer” Anonymous, OH (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The entire dash started cracking and is now falling off in pieces” Jerry B., FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Severe cracking throughout the entire dashboard coating was experienced. As much persistence on our behalf, our local dealership agreed to replace the dash at no cost” Jeffrey H., FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Cracks all over dash creaking noise in dash” Bruce S., FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “research online indicates that the dash was made from inferior materials and began to crack almost immediately after buying it. Long ugly cracks run over the entire surface of the dash. Antilock system (ABS) “left front brake did not release automatically; step on gas and car lunged slightly until it unlocked” Anonymous, NJ (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “ABS, VSC and other signs come on the dashboard while driving for no reason and do not know what the problem is. However, car functions normally” Sanjay H., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “ABS intermittent failure during turns” David H., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Calipers “The rear brakes needed new calipers, rotors, and pads” Howie B., MA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Rear calipers ( left and right ) frozen needing replacement” Kevin S., MA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Causes the car to shutter under braking. Replaced all of the calipers several times” Anonymous, MA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Caliper on the right rear stuck closed on the rotor, causing gouge.

Had to replace caliper and rotors on both sides to maintain balance” Warren H., MD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Excessive vibration. Premature wearing out of brakes” David G., MA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Bith rear break calipers locked up and had to be replaced which caused the rotor to be replaced as well” Evert H., IN (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Calipers seized and would not release” Anonymous, AB (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Calipers rusted-we have severe winters and lots of salt is on the road” Anonymous, MN (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Premature brake wear “At 29000 KMs brakes were worn out. Since then the brake system has needed a complete overhaul.

12V power plug “Doesn't work” Julianne B., KS (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “12v plug blows a fuse every time an item is plugged in. Lexus dealer say it is functioning normally. Funny” Anonymous, MA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Keeps blowing fuses” Dianne C., GA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Cruise control “It worked intermittently and it was diagnosed as needing a new wiring harness” Anonymous, MD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “It quit working and required 2 expensive parts which were not easy to get” Daron B., UT (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Headlights “he low beam on one side burned out. A ballast failed. Total cost of replacing bulb & ballast was $850” Calvin H., CT (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Auto shutoff non-functional resulting in dead battery unexpectedly” Anonymous, IL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “One of the headlights has a bad seal, enabling moisture condensation inside it. Have not fixed yet, will be $800 repair” Anonymous, MA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “When I purchased the RX, there appeared to be no problem w. The left front headlight.

Subsequently, after a rain, I discoved water inside the headlight housing. There appeared to have been an unsuccessful earlier fix, with some sort of caulking. The HI lamp stopped working within a month or so of car purchase. When I had the headlight examined, the igniter (I believe it was) needed to be replaced. I elected to have the whole headlight assembly replaced-at what I felt was an exorbitant price!” Anonymous, NC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “FOGGING OF HEADLIGHTS.COVERED BY THE DEALERSHIP UNDER WARRANTY” Dale B., GA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Headlight level warning light comes on” L S., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Headlight lens became glazed over” Catherine B., GA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Headlight covers let moisture in.

Dealer has refused to fix or replace yet” Anonymous, KY (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “had to replace” Gary S., PA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Exterior lights (other than headlights) “the left rear lights are a strip of LED lights. Air or water leaks “Sun roof leaked because the drain was clogged” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Drain is plugged resulting in water soaking passenger side carpet and seat” Anonymous, IL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Each time it rained, the inside of my car would get flooded. Via the sunroof. Apparently the drain for the water on the sunroof was clogged” Robert Q., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The drains for the slide roof top were plugged - water leaked into the vehicle and accumulated under the floor mats. After the dealer opened the drains, I removed the water from under the floor mats - not difficult, just time consuming” E L., MD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Drains were clogged and rain water pooled into the passenger area floors.

Body shop was able to remedy the problem” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Water leaks in and drips down from roof above driver's door” Anonymous, VA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Same issue rear brake light holds water” Raye A., SC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Radiator leaking. Sun roof drainage leaking water. Water was pooling underneath floor mat on front driver side” Anonymous, NJ (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Radiator had to be replaced” Anonymous, MD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Seals and/or weather-stripping “Sun roof leak” Anonymous, WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Rear brake light holds water as if seal is broken” Raye A., SC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “I needed two new seals on my rear differential. I had no problems with it, this was discovered at the 105,000 mile check-up” Anonymous, MO (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Squeaks or rattles “rear struts are noisy over bumps and ride a little soft” Anonymous, OR (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “At highway speeds, it sounds like a piece of rubber or fiberglass is flapping near or at the driver side front wheel. Still have not been able to locate what is making the sound” Robert Q., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Car has developed a rattle underneath the dashboard on drivers side when driving at 50+ mph.

Suspect it may be due to a dashboard replacement recall. Dealer replaced original dashboard in 2010” Tom W., FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “V belts squeaking” Anil R., NY (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Sunroof makes horrific noise when opening and closing” Anonymous, FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Persistent rattle on drivers side.might be able to be fixed by taking the door apart” Anonymous, TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Right rear has thinking noise. Been there for the last 8 years. Dealer replaced A frame rebound bumper.

Repair lasted a few months. Now they want to replace rear shocks to the tune of $600. The vehicle shocks appear to be controlled, firm and not lea” Rayford K., MI (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Several squeaks and rattles - bird chirp and flutter when a/c or fan is on. Rattle in tailgate area.

Service dept could not correct any of these. Read window trim in cargo area fell off on both sides. This may have contributed to some of noises” Sharon A., NC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Catalytic converter functions but rattles” S R., SD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “rattle in steering column” Jan S., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Wind noise “It was always noisy but over time it has become noticeably worse” Anonymous, AZ (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The dealer attempted a number of repairs, didn't indicate teh window had to be replaced to repair until after the warranty expired, until today it still leaks” Kelvin A., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6).

Locks and latches “when opening door on driver side the handle hangs up and you have to give it a good tug to unlock and open door. My worry is that the door won't open in an emergency or that because you have to give it such a strong tug, the handle will break off ov” Anonymous, VA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Central locking system failed” Anonymous, ON (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Mirrors “Passenger side mirror failed to adjust. Motor failed” Anonymous, CT (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The passenger side mirror became loose and it is difficult to tighten. Have had to secure it with tape a number of times. A new original equipment mirror is over $400. A similar after market version is $250. Also paint has worn off on both mirrors” Anonymous, CT (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Control switches for outside rear view mirrors had to be replaced” Anonymous, FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Passenger mirror discolored” Bruce S., FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The mirrors have some sort of activation for night driving where they 'dim' to make headlights of following cars less glaring.

This feature appears to be permanently stuck 'on' on the passenger side for the last year or so” Douglas J., MO (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Like clockwork both outside rearview mirrors failed within a month of each other in regards to the gears the align the power mirror in place. Entire mirror assembly had to be replaced” Jack A., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “outer side mirrors fail to move down when shifting into reverse” Anonymous, KY (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “peeling paint” Anonymous, KY (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Seat belts “Driver seat belt has chronic issue with slow to retract. A/C compressor “While on a long distance drive (350 miles) in June, the A/C compressor stopped working.

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I called the nearest Lexus dealership, Bobby Rahal Lexus, in Mechanicsburg, PA. I took it there and they id'd the problem, gave us a loner car to go have lunch and fixed the compressor and had us on our way in about 2 hours. Emission control devices (includes EGR) “had to replace the entire catalitic converters” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “ENGINE LIGHT ON.

NOT ABLE TO PINPOINT CAUSE. PROBABLE CAUSE: CAT CONVERTER” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Catalyic converters indicated faulty several times but still operational.

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Not repaired yet” Anonymous, NC (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Catalytic converter functions but rattles” S R., SD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “I had an underperforming lower catalytic converter repaired” Anonymous, AL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Catalytic converter required replacement” Anonymous, KY (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Fuel cap “The fuel cap cost $12 and fixed the problem.I have hd no other problems in owning it for 4 years and 50+ thoUSnd miles.A great vehicle and I own two of them. Antifreeze leaks “Front coolant freeze plug seal failure. Easy repair” William H., FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The coolant block plate seal is leaking. This is the fifth time this has happened in the last eight years.

It costs about $500 each time to fix. Lexus dealer can't seem to figure out haw to fix it. Very frustrating and costly” Ken M., NV (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Freeze plug leaked. Glue dried up (so they say)” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Radiator “Radiator is an ongoing issue with this model. Driveshaft or axle “Replaced leaking shaft” Anonymous, IL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “drive shaft got bent and was replaced” Anonymous, DE (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Had left-front axle shaft replaced but it didn't solve the vibration problem” Thomas B., OH (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “rear driver's side axle hub bearing failure; needed replacement due to growling noise” Anonymous, KY (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Driveline vibration “The car handles poorly” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Vibration at 60 to 70 mph, but it comes and goes. Neither dealer nor Lexus factory technicians can tell what's wrong, except that it's coming from left-front drive system.

It's VERY frustrating” Thomas B., OH (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Electrical failure “Periodically the electrical system goes completely dead. Usually requires battery replacement before battery should require it e.g. 6 months” Anonymous, SK (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6). Head gasket “Oil leak as result of junk in oil” Anonymous, FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “head gasket leak.needs new heads” William T., WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “The dealer's maintenance checkup said I had an oil leak in the head gasket and that.it would cost $2000 to repair. I se no oil leaking and have not had it repaired” Robert V., CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Timing belt or chain “at about 90000 miles, the timing belt was replaced for the first time.

Recently, the fuel pump was replaced. In the process of replacement, the timing belt was damaged again and needed to be replaced” Richard W., CO (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Scheduled timing belt replacement “Replaced timing belt and water pump per factory recommendations” Darren E., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Regular planned maintenance” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6). Alternator “The battery light came on, then the next time I drove the car, approximately 12 hours later, the car started and I drove about 3 miles before the engine died completely” Christine M., WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Battery (not hybrid or electric) “Have had to get 4 new batteries over the last 6 years. Something draining battery to the point car will not start without a jump” Laura O., IL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “battery has died after 60 day non use twice in a year” William T., WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Engine harness “Knock sensor harness bad.

Massive labor to dig down and replace” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Ignition switch “Occasionally, the key will not turn to start the engine. Multiple keys attempted: original, copy, & valet keys would not work. After about 10-15 minutes, the engine would start. Dealership could not duplicate the problem, so remains unidentified” Ned M., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6). Catalytic converter “Both Banks were out of order” Jaesub L., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Catalytic convertors on both sides failed. Had to replace them in order to pass smog test” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH CATALYTIC CONVERTERS IN THE PAST YEAR WHICH ARE EXPENSIVE” Anonymous, GA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “it stop working and is very costly repair” Anonymous, OH (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “Had to replace both” Gary S., PA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6). Engine mounts “Engine mounts replaced twice” Kelvin A., TX (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Oil leaks “Leaking around engine and caused problems with spark plugs” Anonymous, FL (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) “rear crankshaft main seal leak minor leak 2-3 drops / day Lexus estimated $2400 to fix Had the same issue with the 2000 Lexus ES” Anonymous, AB (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Engine knock or ping “The engine would make a straining and knocking noise whenever we try to accelerate to freeway speeds” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6).

Coolers and lines “pressure hose seeps fluid. Coolant plate on top of engine seeps” Anonymous, OR (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Rough shifting “The car would rev really high then slam into the next gear” Anonymous, CA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Transmission leaks “Very small leak that over time appeared on garage floor. Mechanic drained fluid, changed filter, used an additive with new t-fluid that would expand gaskets when hot to prevent leakage. So far so good. $200” Joanne D., MD (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6) Slipping transmission “i have not had it repaired yet” Anonymous, WA (2004 Lexus RX 330 3.3-L V6).